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Why You Should Pay Attention to Drinks with Ulcerative Colitis

Aisha Patel | Nov 3, 2025
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Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory condition of the colon that causes symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea and rectal bleeding. While many people focus on solid foods, the beverages you choose are...

Ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic inflammatory condition of the colon that causes symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea and rectal bleeding. While many people focus on solid foods, the beverages you choose are just as important. Fluids travel quickly through your digestive tract...

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7 Foods to Avoid with Chronic Kidney Disease or Diabetes

Kyle Harris | Sep 1, 2025
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If you have chronic kidney disease or diabetes a healthy diet is very important. Certain foods can cause flare-ups and make symptoms worse. It’s best to try to avoid certain foods, or at least...

If you have chronic kidney disease or diabetes a healthy diet is very important. Certain foods can cause flare-ups and make symptoms worse. It’s best to try to avoid certain foods, or at least minimize your consumption of them. Let's look at the most...

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10 Foods for Heart Health

Cassidy Anthony | Apr 29, 2025
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Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, but the good news is that many risk factors can be controlled through dietary choices. Research consistently shows that what we eat plays a crucial...

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, but the good news is that many risk factors can be controlled through dietary choices. Research consistently shows that what we eat plays a crucial role in maintaining cardiovascular health. Incorporating certain foods into your...

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Foods that Kill Erectile Dysfunction

Karen Cas-Alinas | Aug 14, 2023

Diet plays a significant role in men's sexual health, and certain foods may impact erectile function either positively or negatively. This article will explore the different kinds of foods that kill erectile dysfunction, key nutrients and lifestyle factors. It...

Diet plays a significant role in men's sexual health, and certain foods may impact erectile function either positively or negatively. This article will explore the different kinds of foods that kill erectile dysfunction, key nutrients and lifestyle factors. It will also look at Viagra, a medication used primarily to treat erectile dysfunction (ED) in men. Its active ingredient, sildenafil, works by increasing blood flow to the penis, which helps men achieve and maintain erections. Now, imagine a buffet table laid out with an assortment of tantalizing dishes. But instead...

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Healthy Low-Carb Eating with Diabetes

Karla Jarvis | Jul 31, 2023

A healthy, balanced and nutritious diet is crucial for all of us, but especially for those with diabetes. Carbohydrates contribute substantially to most people’s diets, so they are an essential factor to consider when planning meals. The Mayo Clinic...

A healthy, balanced and nutritious diet is crucial for all of us, but especially for those with diabetes. Carbohydrates contribute substantially to most people’s diets, so they are an essential factor to consider when planning meals. The Mayo Clinic states that “A diabetes diet is a healthy-eating plan that helps control blood sugar.” While people with diabetes must eat with thoughtful intention, this diet does not have to be overly complicated and it’s an excellent way for all of us to consume our needed energy! Further, this type of...

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Exploring Food Connections in Hidradenitis Suppurativa

Karen Cas-Alinas | Jul 31, 2023

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a condition that causes small, painful lumps to form under the skin, usually in areas where the skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks and breasts. The lumps can get infected and leak...

Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) is a condition that causes small, painful lumps to form under the skin, usually in areas where the skin rubs together, such as the armpits, groin, buttocks and breasts. The lumps can get infected and leak pus with a bad smell. Sometimes they can also form tunnels under the skin and leave scars. HS is not contagious, and it is not caused by poor hygiene. It is believed to be related to the hair follicles getting blocked, but the exact cause is unclear. Some factors that...

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6 Sugar-Filled Foods that Raise Your Blood Sugar

Colton Cowie | Jul 31, 2023

Sugar is an essential component of a healthy diet. However, excessive sugar can lead to multiple health issues, such as diabetes, liver disease and weight gain. Keeping track of what you digest and moderating your intake of foods that...

Sugar is an essential component of a healthy diet. However, excessive sugar can lead to multiple health issues, such as diabetes, liver disease and weight gain. Keeping track of what you digest and moderating your intake of foods that raise your blood sugar is the best route to healthy blood sugar control and guarantees that your body gets the nutrients it needs. In the short term, excessive sugar consumption can result in headaches, upset stomachs and higher blood pressure. Over time, people who regularly ingest sugar in high quantities...